Kimmel Blames Roosevelt Officials for Pearl Harbor Oversight
Rear Adm. Husband Kimmel says Roosevelt administration officials suppressed warnings before Pearl Harbor. In a forthcoming book he claims he could have acted if warnings had reached him. He faults Short and other leaders while noting missed intercepted messages and delayed dispatch of critical intelligence.
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Eden Denounces Sino Reds Acts Toward US Airmen
London reports Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden denounces China’s sentencing of 11 U S airmen and two civilians as a direct violation of the Korean armistice. He rebukes labeling Americans as spies and cites prisoner exchanges and court actions as improper.
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Winter chill hits Somerset with near zero reading
Somerset felt a sharp cold snap as the thermometer slid from ten above on Sunday night to exactly zero at B and 7 hours around midnight. Monday brought a cool wind that blew dirt and ashes, but no snow and sun and bright moonlight persisted through the day and night.
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Doolittle Re elected President of Somerset Joint Board
George Doolittle and Cyde Will were elected to top roles at the Somerset joint board meeting held Monday night at Somerset High School. E. Stanley Hoffman was re elected secretary, bids were let for cafeteria repairs, and plans discussed for new senior high and upgrades to Maple Ridge and Friedens elementary buildings with projects progressing on schedule.
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Umpire Bill McGowin Retires After 30 AL Years
New York December 6 veteran umpire Bill McGowin retired after 30 years of service in the American League. He will receive a lifetime pension for his umpiring career and contributions to the league.
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Parking Limits Move Ahead in West Patriot Area
Somerset council voted to curb parking on West Patriot from Columbia to Franklin to two hours and ban parking on surrounding streets as signs are installed. The move aims to ease congestion near the high school while other topics like curb work at East End service station and borough expansion were discussed.
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Dr. Wilbur W. Westfall Promoted to Captain in Navy Medical Corps
Somerset friends learned of Dr. Wilbur W. Westfall promotion to captain in the U S Navy medical corps. The Westfalls reside in Key West Florida where he serves as S M O at Boca Chica Field. Their children Howard Alice and Andree hold jobs in Corona Saratoga San Jose and are pursuing studies. The couple are active in the First Methodist Church Old Stone in Key West and enjoyed a Havana weekend.
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Reuther Seeks Guarded Path to AFL Merger
CIO President Walter Reuther, speaking at the annual convention, offered guarded demands for a merger with the AFL. He pressed for a principled basis for unity, preservation of union autonomy, and strong action against corruption while warning the merged body must not become a narrow economic pressure group. He indicated new negotiations start early next year.
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Non-Operating Railroad Workers Strike Averted in Wage Accord
Washington reports a wage settlement averts a one cent hourly cut for 825,000 non operating railroad workers. An 13 cent boost to base pay, integration of prior cost of living gains, and a health and welfare program set for Feb 1. Also added are an extra vacation week for 15 year employees and holiday pay terms.
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Notorists Warned For Ignoring Parking Notices
Motorists who ignore notices linked to Somerset parking violations face extra costs. Burgess Dr Homer W Hay announced that delinquents are turned over to justices of the peace who can issue warrants, increasing paper and legal work.
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Cardinal Spellman Plans Christmas Visit to Far East
Francis Cardinal Spellman, Archbishop of New York and military vicar for American Catholics in the armed forces, will depart around December 10 to spend Christmas with servicemen in the Far East. He will celebrate three Masses in Korea on Christmas Day.
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Cascio Sees Five Vote Gain in Somerset Recount
In the Somerset county recount of the 36th district state senate race, Joseph N. Cascio of Somerset shows a net gain of five votes as 37 precincts are counted. Whalley leads 10,577 to 9,263 across those precincts, with 19,840 of 29,595 total votes counted.
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U.N. Steering Group Backed Action On 11 U.S. Airmen Case
The U.N. steering committee approved by 10-2 a plan to urge the General Assembly to debate Wednesday the case of 11 U.S. airmen held by China on espionage charges. Lodge pressed immediate action, with Britain France and others voting to bring the matter to the Assembly and asking Hammarskjold to pursue their release by Dec 31. Russia and Czechoslovakia opposed, Burma and Syria abstained.
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Hi-Dairy Donates Christmas Tree for Somerset Diamond
Mrs. Lloyd Koontz of West Patriot street donated a 40 foot pine tree to Somerset for the diamond Christmas display. A ten man crew from the fire department cut, transported, and erected the tree with lights and guy wires, enhancing the community’s festive spirit.
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West Patriot Street
Coldest Pennsylvania day on record chills state
Harrisburg reports Monday as the coldest day in Pennsylvania since February. An Arctic air mass swept from the plains to the Atlantic, with readings down to minus one in Brookville and 20 in Harrisburg. Most locations remained in the low to mid 20s, Philadelphia 26, Mount Pocono 14, and Altoona 10.
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A Gift She'll Love and Cherish All Year
A thoughtful present idea highlighted for lasting appeal. The piece suggests timeless options and practical keepsakes designed to be treasured beyond the holiday season. Highlighted themes include quality, personal touch, and enduring usefulness.
Eastern and Western Pennsylvania Weather Outlook
Eastern Pennsylvania expects mostly sunny skies with cold windy conditions and a high of 22 to 28 Tuesday. It turns fair and milder Wednesday. Western Pennsylvania remains fair and cold on Tuesday with a 22 to 28 high, and Wednesday becomes fair and warmer in the afternoon.
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Somerset Weather Report by David Grove
Daily weather summary from Somerset lists the 24 hour period from 5 30 p m Sunday to 5 30 p m Monday with a maximum of 2 and a minimum of 3 degrees. A year ago the maximum was 1 and the minimum 26 degrees.
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U. S. Weather Observer
Meyers Jailed Then Bonded After Suspension Charge
Wayne Hay committed William D. Meyers Jr to the county jail Monday on a driving while suspended charge. Meyers, a Cleveland Ohio resident aged 31, was released on bond later that day.
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William D. Meyers, Jr
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